Silicone Radiator Hose Kit for Dodge Stealth (1991-1996)

High-Durability Silicone Radiator Hose Kit for 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth (Z16A)

What it Does: The Silicone Radiator Hose Kit replaces the aging factory rubber coolant lines on the 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth to eliminate coolant blowouts and maintain cooling circuit integrity under elevated operating temperatures.

The Stock Dodge Stealth Cooling Weakness

Factory rubber coolant hoses on the Z16A chassis suffer from accelerated thermal fatigue due to tightly packed transverse engine bay packaging. Over extended duty cycles, standard EPDM rubber undergoes electrochemical degradation (ECD), hardening, and micro-cracking. This structural breakdown causes the factory hoses to soften, balloon under elevated cooling system pressure, and eventually rupture at the hose neck connections, putting the aluminum cylinder heads of the 6G72 at severe risk of warp-inducing thermal shock.

The Engineering Solution

Molded specifically to factory routing dimensions, this direct-fit silicone hose kit is constructed from high-grade 3-ply silicone reinforced with heat-resistant embedded fabric. Featuring a robust 4.5 mm wall thickness, these hoses resist vacuum collapse under aggressive throttle changes and tolerate bursting pressures far exceeding standard cooling thresholds. The resilient silicone compound withstands temperatures ranging from -65°F to 350°F while remaining impervious to oil mist, ozone, and coolant additives. Four included stainless steel worm-drive clamps supply uniform 360-degree sealing pressure to prevent cold leaks at the radiator and thermostat junctions.

What's Included

• 2 Silicone Radiator Hoses (black, 3-ply, 4.5 mm wall)
• 4 Stainless Worm-Drive Clamps

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth Base (3.0L V6)
• 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth ES (3.0L V6)
• 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth R/T (3.0L V6)
• 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth R/T Twin Turbo (3.0L V6 Twin Turbo)

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the Z16A Stealth?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1991-1996 Dodge Stealth equipped with the 6G72 3.0L V6 engine using the stock radiator layout.

Do I need to bleed the cooling system after installing these hoses?

Yes, always drain the coolant completely prior to removal, seat each hose end fully, refill with fresh fluid, and perform a complete thermal bleed cycle to eliminate air pockets from the engine block.

The Dodge Platform Standard

Engineered to handle the intense thermal loads of transverse twin-turbocharged and naturally aspirated 1990s performance platforms, this silicone kit delivers the heat-cycling reliability necessary to protect high-output Dodge drivetrains under hard street and track conditions.